Position Overview
The Import Specialist is responsible for placing POs to our suppliers, managing any transportation requirements and then importing and delivering the shipment to our warehouse or in some cases directly to the customer. creates the purchase orders, places the order and plans the product receipt. This role works closely with inventory planners, commercial sales team, customer service, procurement as well as with suppliers
The incumbent will report directly to the Import Supervisor.
Key Responsibilities
- Input all new Purchase Orders into JD Edwards & email PO to supplier for order placement
- Coordinate shipping schedule with sales, suppliers, and other stakeholders
- Coordinate logistics with shipping lines, forwarders, drayage companies & warehouses
- Securing booking schedule to meet required inventory demand
- Track and trace incoming shipment with shipping line, trucking company and broker/forwarder
- Authorize / dispute supplier and logistics provider payments for accounting
- Handle claims on shipments as needed
- Create and maintain shipment files
- Effectively follow-up communications with all relative parties involved
- Respond to / handle sample order requests
- Maintain familiarity with business, staff and suppliers of Connell sourcing partners
- Coordinate and ensure proper filing of local documentation and declarations as needed for custom release
- Coordinate shipment clearance with customs broker/forwarder to ensure timely cargo clearance
- Dispatch delivery orders for pickup of cargo prior to LFD and avoid demurrage/detention
- Ensure prompt and accrual of estimated Landed Cost/COGS
- Implementing company safety & quality commitment
Position Requirements & Key Abilities
- Bachelor's degree in any related field
- Minimum 3-4 years experience in handling clearing & forwarding, PIB Input, SKI BPOM and customs.
- Have PPJK certification.
- Have experience in processing AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) or processing AEO is a plus point.
- Familiar with specialty chemical / ingredient distribution.
- Familiar with country import and export regulations.
- Knowledgeable in general shipping matters i.e., Letters of Credit, shipping documentation, claims, clearance, freight, shipment INCO terms, etc.
- PC skills with an emphasis on spreadsheets and data base programs. Well versed in MS Office software i.e., Ms-Word, Ms-Excel, and Ms-PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with enterprise management system like SAP or J D Edwards/Oracle.
- Proactive high-service mindset.
- Good communication & teamwork skills oral & written.
- Organization, analytical & prioritization skills able to multi-task under time pressure.
- Ability to identify, drive and resolve issues with other groups proactively and effectively.
Key Personal Attributes
- Integrity Conduct business with high ethical standards and be honest in all internal and external relationships
- Diversity Encourage diverse opinions, respect ideas from all stakeholders, and cultivate a culture of mutual respect
- Effort Demonstrate personal commitment through effort and investment in your work
- Accountability Be responsible for your role and obligations in the organization
- Service Provide exceptional service and honor commitments to our business partners
- Orders Processed quantity & quality (low error rate)
- Minimizing exceptional logistics/shipment costs
- Ensure no compliance related issues
- Pro-active support to business
Please note that this is a general description of the role and its requirements. The duties and responsibilities within this role may change over the course of employment at the employers discretion.
About Connell Caldic
Connell Caldic is part of Caldic, a growing global provider of added-value distribution solutions for the life and material sciences, active across 43 countries in Europe, Latin America, North America, and Asia-Pacific.
Because we care, we touch the lives of hundreds of thousands of people every day. We inspire innovative and sustainable distribution solutions for the food, pharma, personal care, and industrial product formulation markets of the world. Our specialty ingredients and chemicals solutions, carefully sourced and customized to specifications whenever required, are backed by outstanding research & development, customer service, and technical & regulatory support, ensuring that they meet precisely determined needs at every stage of the value chain.
To learn more about Connell Caldic and our complete solutions offerings, visit www.caldic.com.
Connell Caldic is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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